Thung Nham – Green tourism convergence place in Ninh Binh
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What does Thung Nham have to offer?
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Thung Nham – The tropical Symphony
Ecotourism is not only a trend but also a philosophy of life, where people return to nature, enjoy the pristine beauty and at the same time take responsibility for protecting the environment. Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life, amidst the dust of the city… ecotourism areas such as Thung Nham become ideal destinations for those who crave peace, want to find a deep connection with nature.
Thung Nham is a balanced ecosystem, where people and nature blend together in a space favored by nature. For those who do not know, Thung Nham Ecotourism Area is located about 12 km west of Hoa Lu city, located in the core area of Trang An scenic spot, one of the outstanding destinations of ecotourism in the North.
With a large area of over 300 hectares, this place is not only a paradise for those who love nature but also a symbol of green, sustainable tourism. Every step to Thung Nham is a journey to explore the cool green space, immerse yourself in pristine nature and feel the peaceful beauty of the mountains and forests.
The name Thung Nham contains a profound meaning about the harmony between mountains and valleys. “Thung” evokes the image of vast, green valleys where nature still retains its pristine beauty, while “Nham” has the majestic nuances of towering limestone mountains and vertical cliffs like natural walls. The combination of these two elements creates a majestic natural picture, both poetic and wild, where people can immerse themselves in the land and sky, fully enjoying the fresh air and feeling the life spreading in every tree canopy and blade of grass. One of the highlights of ecotourism in Thung Nham is the large natural bird garden – home to more than 40 rare bird species, including species listed in the Vietnam Red Book such as white-necked cranes, red storks, etc.
Taking a boat to Bird Island, visitors will be immersed in the quiet space, quietly drifting through the green trees, listening to the birds chirping in the mountains and forests and admiring the sight of thousands of birds flying in the sky at sunset. This is an opportunity for everyone to be more aware of the importance of preserving the ecosystem and preserving the habitat for wild birds.
Thung Nham Bird Garden – a symbol of sustainable tourism, where people do not harm nature, but live together, preserve and maintain its pristine beauty.
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Besides the bird garden, Thung Nham also owns a majestic cave system, each cave has a unique beauty and is associated with historical and spiritual stories: Vai Gioi Cave, Tien Ca Cave and But Cave. The caves have no artificial intervention and still retain their pristine beauty, giving visitors the opportunity to explore and appreciate more the values that nature has bestowed.
And the most noticeable feature of Thung Nham is the signboard system made entirely of natural wood. Instead of using plastic or metal signs, the wooden signs are delicately carved, creating a rustic, intimate beauty, while helping to reduce plastic waste, contributing to preserving the pristine natural landscape. These signs have successfully conveyed the message of the connection between people and nature, encouraging a green, sustainable lifestyle.
In addition to the natural landscape, visitors to Thung Nham can also enjoy the green space filled with flowers and experience the unique sustainable agricultural model here. Thung Nham flower paradise changes its appearance with each season, from bright yellow chrysanthemum fields in spring, to fragrant lotus ponds in summer and purple-pink buckwheat flower carpets in autumn. Not only is it an ideal check-in spot, Thung Nham flower garden is also part of a balanced ecosystem, contributing to attracting pollinating insects and preserving biodiversity.
Visitors can also experience the organic fruit garden, where fruits such as guava, apple, star fruit, etc. are grown completely naturally, without the use of chemical pesticides. Visitors coming here can learn about environmentally friendly farming models, learn how to grow trees in a sustainable agricultural direction, minimizing negative impacts on soil, water resources and the natural ecological environment.
Thung Nham also pays special attention to children’s experiences, with a playground built with environmentally friendly materials. This space not only brings moments of comfortable play but also helps children get closer to nature, thereby nurturing love and awareness of environmental protection from an early age. The games here do not use electronic devices or industrial plastics, instead there are wooden house models, bamboo slides, rattan swings, helping children develop physically and creatively in a fresh natural environment.
Every step on the tree-lined path, every moment sitting on a boat quietly watching the birds or placing your hands on each green leaf brings a sense of peace and reminds us of the importance of environmental conservation. Thung Nham not only brings unforgettable experiences but also encourages visitors to be more aware of sustainable tourism, so that each trip is not only about discovery but also about accompanying nature, appreciating and preserving the pristine values that heaven and earth bestow.
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The green travel journey in Thung Nham is not only a sightseeing trip but also a lesson about the connection between people and nature.
Journey from farm to table – Where nature is the “chef”
Journey from Nature in every dish at Thung Nham
The cuisine at Thung Nham is a journey to discover the quintessence of nature, where every ingredient carries the breath of the ancient capital. The soul of each delicious dish lies in the ingredients that make it.
The Thung Nham Restaurant System is proud to bring diners the culinary quintessence of Hoa Lu – Ninh Binh, where precious local products are skillfully combined by chefs with typical herbs, creating rich, original flavors. With the orientation of “Locavore” – self-sufficiency, Thung Nham owns a separate area for growing vegetables, cultivating and raising livestock, poultry… This is the main source of food for the restaurant, helping to ensure freshness, safety, and minimizing the impact on the environment. At the same time, it is also the place to create gifts with the rich flavor of Thung Nham, sent to tourists who come to relax.
From these simple things, Thung Nham brings a pure cuisine, where diners can enjoy delicious dishes without worrying about pesticide residues or preservatives. Farm to table – Where nature is the “chef”
Cuisine in Thung Nham is not simply a combination of ingredients and processing techniques, but the crystallization of a philosophy of slow living, living in harmony and gratitude to nature. Here, the self-sufficient model is not only an agricultural production method, but also a way to create meals imbued with the breath of heaven and earth, preserving the original flavor in every grain of rice, piece of meat, and vegetable stalk.
Hidden in a semi-flooded valley, the fish ponds in Thung Nham are not only a place for farming, but also part of a closed ecosystem. Fish are raised naturally, without using growth-enhancing feed, without antibiotics, growing thanks to moss, algae and clean natural water flow. Each fish is the crystallization of time and care – firm meat, sweet taste, imbued with the purity of the water source and the patience of the farmer.
Fish dishes are considered the “soul” of Thung Nham cuisine, typically including: Thung Nham steamed grass carp, charcoal-grilled grass carp, lotus leaf steamed fish, or fish stewed with fermented rice… All of these not only conquer the taste buds, but also bring diners back to the original values – where humans have not interfered too deeply with nature, but only play a role in maintaining harmony.
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Besides the proud fish pond, it is impossible not to mention the 1000m² organic vegetable garden – an important part of Thung Nham’s closed agricultural model. This is where a variety of seasonal vegetables, tubers, and fruits are grown such as cabbage, tomatoes, cucumbers, long beans, carrots, cauliflower, and countless herbs such as basil, coriander, perilla, etc.
Favored by nature with fertile land and a temperate climate, the garden is green and lush all year round. In particular, the entire cultivation process is completely natural, without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Organic fertilizer is composted from kitchen by-products or cut grass, irrigation water is used from the fish pond system, all creating a closed cycle of “garden – pond – kitchen” that is friendly to the environment. Not only ensuring absolute safety, vegetables at Thung Nham also have a fresh, rich flavor – something that only vegetable beds raised by nature and kindness can have.
Indeed, each vegetable bed at Thung Nham is not only clean but also has a rich natural flavor, enough to create the soul for seemingly rustic dishes such as stir-fried wild vegetables with garlic, fried lotus root, or simply a plate of fresh raw vegetables next to a pot of grass carp hotpot.
Along with that, Thung Nham also owns an orchard and organic farm. Other ingredients such as chickens, wild ducks, and mountain goats are also raised freely in an environment as close to nature as possible. No cramped cages, no industrial feed, animals live according to their biological instincts – moving a lot, eating naturally, thereby giving the meat a fragrant, firm and clean texture from the inside.
Each dish at Thung Nham is a combination of natural ingredients and the dedication of the chef, creating a culinary journey where nature is the chef, and humans are just the ones who preserve and convey that original flavor to diners.
It is no coincidence that every meal at Thung Nham brings a feeling of peace and fulfillment. Because each ingredient is born from this land, under the care of humans, in the embrace of nature. Eating at Thung Nham is not just about tasting – but feeling, not just about experiencing – but connecting. That is why, in the rustic, cozy space of Ninh Binh mountains, diners not only enjoy a delicious meal – but also return to the purity of mother earth, where everything is respected, preserved and shared with kindness.
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Green dining space – Meals in pure nature
The restaurants in Thung Nham are built in an open model, making the most of natural light and wind, helping to limit the use of electricity from fans and air conditioners. The space here blends with nature, not separated by closed walls but instead is a trend of stilt houses and expanding to spacious huts, shaded by green trees. Sitting and enjoying a meal amidst the mountain scenery, listening to the chirping of birds, breathing the fresh air – that is part of the sustainable green tourism experience.
In addition, natural and renewable materials are always prioritized in every design detail. Tables and chairs made from recycled wood, hanging lamps made from bamboo, food trays made from banana leaves, bamboo straws, paper cups… all aim to completely eliminate disposable plastic and minimize non-biodegradable waste.
Minimize waste – Spread green lifestyle
In order to minimize the impact on the environment, Thung Nham applies a waste classification system right in the restaurant area. Trash bins are divided into three main groups:
Organic waste: Processed and composted, providing nutrients for the vegetable garden.
Recycled waste: Such as glass bottles, paper, metal… are collected and transferred to specialized recycling units.
Special waste: Processed separately according to strict procedures to avoid polluting the environment.
Not only that, visitors are also encouraged to bring their own water bottles, use reusable water bottles instead of plastic bottles, gradually spreading green living habits from the smallest things. Thung Nham believes that each visitor not only comes to visit but also to join us in continuing to write the story of green tourism – where people and nature live together sustainably.
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Green Stay Experience – Immerse Yourself in Nature at Thung Nham
Every trip to Thung Nham to experience and stay is not just a vacation but also a journey to experience sustainable tourism, where visitors can enjoy the comfort of a green space while contributing to environmental protection. From design, construction materials to operating systems, everything is optimized according to green tourism criteria, minimizing negative impacts on nature.
In harmony with nature
The accommodation areas at Thung Nham are designed in a rustic but sophisticated architectural style, inspired by the traditional houses of the Northern Delta region, harmoniously combined with modern thinking. Natural wood, bamboo, mountain stone and terracotta tiles are used to the maximum in construction, not only creating a feeling of closeness and warmth but also helping to minimize emissions and construction waste into the environment.
Each room has the breath of the mountains and forests – rustic but not rough, simple but not plain. Each piece of furniture is made from environmentally friendly materials: wooden floors, bamboo ceilings, raw fabric curtains, hand-woven bamboo and rattan lamps. These small details contribute to creating a resting space that is not only beautiful but also profound – where visitors can let go of the noise and live fully in the natural sounds of the land and sky.
Natural light is maximized through large windows opening to the mountains, lakes and gardens. Insulated walls, UV-resistant glass, and double-layered curtains help keep the space cool all year round without relying on air conditioning. This is not only an energy-saving solution, but also a way for people to reconnect with their natural biological rhythms – something that is gradually being forgotten in modern urban life.
Typical energy-saving solutions and clean water systems
Thung Nham chooses to say no to plastic waste right from the smallest things. All disposable plastic bottles are replaced with reusable glass bottles, other items such as straws, shopping bags, and tea pots are also made of environmentally friendly materials. Visitors to Thung Nham are also encouraged to bring their own water bottles and cloth bags, as part of the “green living” journey – both responsible and emotional.
The resort space does not encourage waste, but celebrates sufficiency – compact, neat, cozy and humane. And to fully retain the natural rusticity, Thung Nham constantly applies smart technology solutions to optimize energy consumption, typically:
The automatic control system helps electrical equipment (lights, air conditioners, ventilation fans) automatically turn off when not in use or when the balcony door is open, avoiding unnecessary waste.
Energy-saving LED lights and energy-saving electronic devices are used throughout the entire accommodation.
Water-saving system with showers and faucets with flow control, helping to reduce daily water usage without affecting the guest experience.
In particular, it is worth mentioning that Thung Nham Eco-tourism Area has a domestic wastewater treatment system with a capacity of 250m³/day, ensuring that wastewater is treated to standards before being discharged into the environment. All domestic wastewater in the tourist area – from accommodation areas, restaurants, public toilets, etc. are brought to the centralized treatment system. Doing the right thing – according to the declaration: do not return anything to mother earth that has not been washed.
Biological treatment technology is applied throughout the system – intelligently combining anaerobic, anoxic and aerobic stages – to effectively decompose organic matter, while removing nitrogen, phosphorus and harmful impurities. This process is operated as a closed life cycle, in which water is passed through many biological filter layers to gradually become clear – like the water that once flowed in the ravines of this valley.
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Along with wastewater treatment is a modern purified water filtration system – specially designed. This system not only ensures that the water meets household safety standards, but also serves the need for drinking water directly from the tap, bringing peace of mind and maximum convenience to visitors.
By eliminating disposable plastic bottles and replacing them with glass bottles, public drinking fountains and friendly water filling stations, Thung Nham is working with visitors to create a new habit: drinking water responsibly, saving resources and saying no to plastic waste.
Thung Nham’s water system is not simply a technical project, but part of the sustainable living mindset that has been ingrained in every corner here. From each drop of recycled water to each fresh breath you take in the midst of green space – all are the result of conscious choices, by people who believe that tourism is not about consuming nature, but about living with and preserving it.
Waste management according to ecological standards
The waste classification system is not simply a technical process, but a part of the ecological culture that Thung Nham is persistently building – from internal staff to each visitor. The entire tourist area has a synchronized trash bin system, clearly divided into the following groups:
- Organic waste: This is the waste that is thought to be discarded from the kitchen – vegetable leaves, fruit peels, leftover food… And this will also be the input material for the composting process. After being processed, this organic waste is returned to the green garden where vegetables, flowers and ornamental plants are grown – closing a life cycle: from meals back to the soil, to give birth to new shoots.
- Recyclable waste: Plastic, paper, metal… is selectively collected and transferred to specialized processing units. Instead of being burned or buried, they are “given the opportunity” to become new materials – continuing a useful life cycle, not becoming a burden on the environment.
- Non-recyclable or special waste: Treated according to safe procedures, minimizing the risk of releasing toxic waste into the soil, water or air. Thung Nham is committed to not letting any type of waste become an open wound in the heart of nature.
- Waste classification is not simply a technical requirement or rigid regulations, but is integrated into the living experience at Thung Nham. Visitors are encouraged to understand and participate in the journey of “living green with Thung Nham” right from actions such as throwing trash in the right place, not bringing food into the tourist area, etc.
- Every action, no matter how small, if done with awareness and kindness, has the power to spread and create long-term change. Therefore, Thung Nham, cleanliness does not come from the garbage collectors, but from everyone’s awareness of living together and preserving.
Developing a green Thung Nham environment, saying no to chemicals
Thung Nham says no to toxic chemicals, from cleaning products in the accommodation area, restaurant, to the process of taking care of trees and surrounding landscapes. Do not use chemical fertilizers, pesticides or any synthetic chemicals in the area of planting trees, ornamental plants and flowers. Thung Nham applies completely organic farming methods, helping the land maintain natural fertility and the microorganism system develop sustainably. In parallel with the use of friendly cleaning products, Thung Nham also focuses on minimizing plastic materials in all operations.
- Plastic water bottles are replaced with reusable glass or stainless steel water containers.
- Personal hygiene tools in the accommodation area such as toothbrushes, combs, razors… are made from bamboo, wood instead of plastic…
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The use of safe cleaning chemicals and the reduction of plastic waste in Thung Nham not only protects the health of tourists, but also contributes to maintaining the natural ecosystem, helping the land, water and air to stay clean and not be polluted by artificial chemicals.
It can be seen that the green solutions in Thung Nham are not just small initiatives but a comprehensive strategy to protect the environment and develop sustainable tourism. Every element here is designed with the goal of minimizing the impact on nature, while raising tourists’ awareness of their responsibility to protect the environment.
With the motto “Take nothing but beautiful pictures, leave nothing but footprints”, Thung Nham is affirming its position as an ideal green tourist destination every day, where every moment of experience becomes a memorable memory.
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